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𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐐𝐀 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲.  🚦 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐐𝐀 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐃𝐚𝐲 1 🚦The earlier QA teams are involved in the development process, the better the product outcome. 𝐖𝐡𝐲?.  . 💡 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐁𝐮𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲: Finding defects in the early stages of development saves time and effort later on., .  . 🛡️ 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: When QA understands the product from day one, test planning is more robust and effective..  . 🤝 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Developers and testers working side by side create a collaborative environment that leads to higher-quality releases..  . 💰 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬: Fixing issues early reduces the cost of rework and last-minute bug fixes..  . 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 isn’t just about testing—it’s about building things right from the start! Let’s shift left and get QA in the loop early..  . #ShiftLeft #SoftwareTesting #QA #QualityFirst #Agile #TestingBestPractices. . 

🧠 The QA Mindset: More Than Just Testing 🔍 QA is not just about finding bugs—it's about adopting a mindset that champions quality from the start. As QA professionals, we need curiosity, empathy, and resilience. Curiosity drives us to ask "what if?" and uncover hidden issues. Empathy helps us see through the user's eyes, improving experience. Resilience keeps us motivated through complex testing challenges. QA is about collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring quality is baked in, not just tested. #QualityAssurance #QAMindset #ContinuousImprovement #UserExperience #SoftwareTesting

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐐𝐀 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 🚦 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐐𝐀 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐃𝐚𝐲 1 🚦 The earlier QA teams are involved in the development process, the better the product outcome. 𝐖𝐡𝐲? 💡 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐁𝐮𝐠𝐬 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲: Finding defects in the early stages of development saves time and effort later on. 🛡️ 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: When QA understands the product from day one, test planning is more robust and effective. 🤝 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Developers and testers working side by side create a collaborative environment that leads to higher-quality releases. 💰 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬: Fixing issues early reduces the cost of rework and last-minute bug fixes. 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 isn’t just about testing—it’s about building things right from the start! Let’s shift left and get QA in the loop early. #ShiftLeft #SoftwareTesting #QA #QualityFirst #Agile #TestingBestPractices

As a QA have you ever wondered what is the essence of your job? When you take the processes and tools out of the equation, what remains? At least for me, the answer is simple: QUESTIONING. QA could mean ‘Question Asker’ thats how importent I think questioning is, thoughtful and thorough questioning, So, the next time you're tackling a project, take a moment to appreciate the power of questioning. It just might be the key to your success. #qa #qaengineer #testing #manualtesting #qualityassurance #agile #agiletesting

QA Motto 90: If you're operating in an #agile or agile-wanna-be environment: A test case should be a standalone testing scenario, (with pre-conditions, steps, expected results) that anybody on the team can understand and execute. Remember the principle that encourages teams to break down complex tasks into smaller, more manageable user stories? If preconditions is not enough and you need more than one scenario for flow and dependencies, create separate cases anyway but link them. Don't be lazy. QA can not afford shortcuts. Don't be lazy, be methodical. Don't be overbearing, be precise. Don't copy-paste unless you absolutely must. Don't ask a developer "how do I test this?"; ask if there is anything you should know before testing it. Writing test cases is an art, not a task. #QA #QAisCool

Happy Thursday, QA professionals! As we embark on a new day, let's remember the crucial role we play in delivering quality and excellence. Here are a few thoughts to kickstart your day with energy and purpose: Quality Over Everything: Our attention to detail ensures that every product meets the highest standards. Your dedication makes a real difference! 🏆✨ Continuous Improvement: Embrace every challenge as an opportunity to learn and grow. The pursuit of excellence is a journey, not a destination. 📈🚀 Collaboration is Key: Remember, great software is built by teams, not individuals. Communicate, collaborate, and celebrate your collective achievements. 🤝💡 Adapt and Overcome: The tech world is ever-evolving. Stay curious, keep learning, and adapt to new tools and methodologies. 🔄📚 Celebrate Wins, Big and Small: Recognize and appreciate every milestone. Each bug fixed and each successful test run is a step towards a better product. 🎉🐞 Let's make our each day count! 🚀 #Motivation #QualityAssurance #QA #Testing #ContinuousImprovement #TeamWork #SoftwareTesting #ExcellenceInQA

Some of the key takeaways for catching issues early are: 1. Shift Left: Integrate testing early in the development process. 2. Collaborate: Foster communication between devs and testers. 3. Continuous Learning: Stay updated on the latest tools and methodologies. This just not only catches bugs earlier but also provides valuable insights into product usability and performance 🚀💯 What’s your top tip for effective QA testing? #effectivetesting #QA #userexperience #softwaretesting

By my previous post, asking for wrong answers about what QA stands for, I became in a specific way aware that there is no 'universal' quality. A product has *a* (as one out of many) quality. To someone, at some time. (Original from Michael Bolton and Jerry Weinberg https://lnkd.in/gUNkMwGw) It has multiple qualities. At a product we don't have a somehow unified and not divisible quality. A product has *multiple* qualities to different people. Developers create multiple qualities, testers report about multiple qualities, managers decide on multiple qualities. Better is the plural, not the singular. It might be old for you. At least this phrasing of the relative rule is new to me and still makes me think. Qualities A… Building in qualities (it's not something I'm convinced of) Where else can we replace the singular with the plural? Any other thoughts? #Testing #SoftwareTesting #QualityAssurance #Development

🚀 Why Quality Assurance Matters More Than Ever in 2023 🚀 In today’s rapidly evolving tech world, Quality Assurance (QA) is crucial to delivering products that not only work but delight users. As someone passionate about ensuring flawless user experiences, I’m inspired by how QA plays such a vital role in bridging the gap between a product’s vision and its reality. 💡 Here’s Why QA Is a Game-Changer: 1. User Satisfaction: QA ensures products are free from bugs and deliver on promises, which means happier users and stronger brand loyalty. 2. Cost Savings: Catching issues early in testing stages saves valuable time and resources down the line. 3. Innovation & Agility: A strong QA process fuels innovation by allowing teams to test and iterate quickly and confidently. 🌐 In my journey into QA Manual Testing, I’m constantly learning about the latest trends and methodologies like Agile, SDLC/STLC, and Test-Driven Development that make QA more efficient and effective than ever. To all the QA professionals out there: keep doing what you do! Your work behind the scenes is essential to creating tech products people love. If you’re in the QA community or passionate about software testing, let’s connect! I’d love to hear your thoughts on what makes QA so important today. #QualityAssurance #QATesting #UserExperience #Agile #TechTrends #Testing #ProductQuality #SoftwareTesting #ManualTesting #TechCommunity

5 Important Things I’ve Learned from Experience Not to Do as a QA (Software) Tester 1) Don’t Skip Documentation: My good sister/ mentor often say to me, "The only evidence you have to show for your work is documentation. Without it, it means you haven’t been working." Testing without documentation means there’s no reference for features that passed or failed, and no clear communication with the development team and stakeholders. While skipping documentation might save time in the short term, it often leads to confusion and repeated mistakes later on. 2) Don’t Hesitate to Ask Questions: If something isn’t clear, whether it’s a requirement or a functionality, I’ve learned to ask questions immediately—no matter how silly they may seem. This approach prevents misunderstandings and ensures that the testing process aligns with the project’s goals. 3) Don’t Assume “Anything”: Assumptions can be costly in QA. Whether it’s assuming a feature works as expected without testing or thinking a bug is too minor to escalate, assumptions can lead to overlooked issues. I've learned to question everything and validate even the smallest details. Assumptions always come back to bite you one way or another! In God we trust, in everything else, we test! 4) Don’t Ignore Edge Cases: It’s easy to focus on the main functionalities and overlook edge cases that might seem unlikely. However, these scenarios often expose critical issues. Over time, I’ve learned that people constantly try to beat the system, and as a tester, I need to act in a similar manner. 5) Don’t Rush the Process: Deadlines can be tight, but rushing through testing can result in missed bugs or incomplete coverage. Taking the necessary time to test is always worth it in the long run, ensuring the product is as user-focused as possible. This point can be controversial in Agile systems, but better safe than sorry. Learning what not to do is just as important as mastering the right techniques in QA. It’s a continuous learning journey, and these lessons are helping to shape me as I progress in my career. A bonus point I’ve learned from Ibironke Yekinni: “You can’t be lazy as a tester.”   #jumaiowolawilearningandsharing #softwaretesting #qa #technology